Family Eye Care of Abilene

01/23/2026

Occupational lenses are a game-changer. Our lab, Zeiss, has developed Office lenses specifically for up-close work, while still maintaining precision in the distance vision in the room. Talk to one of our opticians about this lens and see if it is right for you!

01/22/2026

Why do glasses get so dirty?!

Lenses seem to have a tendency to always be smudged or filthy, and cleaning it with your shirttail doesn't always cut it.

They easily collect the oils produced by our skin and hands when we touch our frames, leaving behind smudges. The lenses can also pick up airborne dust and lint particles. Additionally, glasses with anti-reflective coatings can be harder to clean since some coatings have a "static cling" attraction with oils and residue.

Keep in mind that you can visit us at our office to have our opticians professionally clean your glasses! We are open from 8AM to 5PM, Monday through Friday.

Otherwise, linked below is an article that details how to clean your glasses without scratching or damaging your lenses & frames:

Step-by-step instructions for how to clean, but not scratch, eyeglass lenses. Also: Can scratches be removed?

01/22/2026

12/30/2025

From growing up to growing old, ZEISS lenses will accompany you through life, meeting your changing vision needs along the way.
Book regular appointments for eye exams so we can help you care for your eyes.

12/22/2025

🎊 Happy New Year! 🎉

Our office will be closed on January 1st & 2nd as we welcome in 2026. 🥂

Please exercise caution when celebrating with fireworks by wearing eye protection and watching from a safe distance. If you have any concerns or emergencies, please refer to the contact information on our answering machine at (785) 263-2020.

12/22/2025

🎄 Merry Christmas! 🎄

Happy Holidays from Family Eye Care of Abilene! To celebrate with our loved ones, the office will be closed from December 24th to the 26th. Normal buisness hours will resume the following Monday.

However, if you have an emergency, please refer to our answering machine for contact info at (785) 263-2020. Have a blessed winter season! 💝

12/19/2025

Need to use up the remainder of your FSA allowance? 🧐

Prescription eyeglasses and contact lenses are eligible expenses under Health Care FSA plans. If you needed an excuse for a new pair of glasses or another box of contacts, call or visit our office to order today!

12/13/2025

In the high-paced bustle of daily life, it can be difficult to schedule and attend appointments for in-person care with your doctors. To solve this issue, there has been an increasing demand for online services in the medical field. However, it comes with great risk, as online services truly cannot replace the value of the in-person practitioner.

"Online vision tests, while marketed as convenient, are no replacement for in-person care. They fail to fully cover any of the 12 essential exam components and can lead to inaccurate prescriptions or missed diagnoses of serious conditions like glaucoma, diabetes, hypertension cataracts and macular degeneration." - Jeffrey Sonsino, O.D., FAAO

An Ultra Marathoner’s Wake-Up Call: How an Online Exam Almost Cost Him His Vision

12/11/2025

Christmas is right around the corner! Are those stockings looking a little empty? Need some last-minute gifts? Read this article below for a few ideas! 🎁

When it comes to eyeglass wearers, no accessory is too extravagant. Here are 15 gift ideas, from lens cleaners to animal-shaped glasses holders.

12/08/2025

12/04/2025

Don't let your FSA or HSA funds go to waste! 💰 Contact lenses and eye exams are typically covered expenses. Use those benefits before they expire—schedule your appointment and make the most of your healthcare dollars! 👁️

12/03/2025

🎄 Happy Holidays! 🎄

Have you ever wondered why Santa wear glasses? 🎅

This lighthearted piece from All About Vision delves into the historic & scientific reasoning behind why Santa has been depicted as a jolly spectacled man. Get into the spirit of the season and enjoy this brief article! 💝

Santa Claus may need glasses to keep his vision sharp for reading wish lists and navigating Christmas Eve. Even Mrs. Claus wears hers proudly.